Cheap Flights from Ulyanovsk to Shanghai Starting at $249

Flights from Ulyanovsk to Shanghai are operated by several airlines — Pobeda and Rossiya Airlines. This allows passengers to flexibly choose flights based on departure time, cost, and additional services. The minimum ticket price starts at $249, making this destination accessible to travelers with different budgets. We help compare all available options in real time, so you can book tickets at the best value for money. The service ensures transparent search and lets you book affordable flights in just a few clicks.

Ulyanovsk has two airports serving different roles. Ulyanovsk Vostochny (ULY) is the region’s main international and cargo-capable airport, typically handling scheduled domestic flights and occasional international services operated by legacy and regional carriers; it can be perceived as mid-priced compared with larger Russian hubs. The airport lies about 28–35 km east of the city center, reachable by taxi in roughly 30–50 minutes or by regional bus/shuttle in about 45–70 minutes with modest fares. Advantages include basic passenger services and good runway capacity for diverse aircraft; drawbacks can be limited frequency of flights and fewer on-site amenities than bigger hubs. Ulyanovsk Baratayevka (ULY 'city' terminal historically) and smaller aerodromes nearby tend to serve general aviation, charter and training flights rather than regular scheduled routes. These facilities are useful for private bookings or specialized services and are usually much closer to the city, often within 10–15 km, allowing short taxi transfers of 15–30 minutes. Transport options are typically private car or pre-arranged transfer; public links may be limited. Pros are convenience for special-purpose travel and lower ground congestion; cons include minimal passenger infrastructure and fewer commercial airline choices.

Shanghai is served by two main airports with distinct roles. Shanghai Pudong International (PVG) functions as the primary international hub, typically handling long-haul and many full-service carriers; it sits about 30–40 km east of downtown Pudong and can take 45–75 minutes to reach by taxi depending on traffic, with fares generally higher than local rideshare options. The magnetic maglev or metro Line 2 provide faster public links — expect 8–30 minutes on the maglev to Longyang Road then 15–20 minutes on the metro, or a direct metro ride of around 40–60 minutes for lower cost. PVG is convenient for international connections and lounges but can feel large and time-consuming to navigate during peak hours. Shanghai Hongqiao International (SHA) is usually positioned as a domestic and regional gateway and is commonly used by budget and domestic full-service airlines; it’s much closer to the city center, roughly 13–20 km from central Puxi, often a 20–40 minute taxi ride with modest fares. Hongqiao benefits from integrated transport — the airport is adjacent to Hongqiao Railway Station and served by metro Lines 2 and 10, giving fast city access in about 15–30 minutes at low cost. Its compact layout and rail connections make it a convenient choice for domestic transfers, though international route options are more limited than Pudong’s.

The cost of a one-way flight from Ulyanovsk to Shanghai ranges from $271 (February 2026) to $590 (January 2026). On average, the ticket price is about $369–$711.